The Congressman, the Mistress, and the Girl Spy: Scandal and Secrets in the Gilded Age (Lecture)
In 1894, a breach of promise trial pitted a U.S. Congressman against his mistress of ten years, who sued him for failure to make good on his promise of marriage. Dr. Elizabeth De Wolfe, professor of history and chair of the Department of History and Philosophy at the University of New England, discusses her upcoming book about the trial. Hear the true story of this scandal and its surprising connection to Wiscasset, Maine: a girl spy hired to befriend the mistress and gain her secrets. Pre-registration recommended. Call 207-882-7169 to reserve a place.
Date and Time
Thursday Jun 25, 2015
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
June 25, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Location
Nickels-Sortwell House Barn, 121 Main Street, Wiscasset. Barn entrance on Federal Street.
Fees/Admission
$5 Historic New England members, $10 nonmembers
Contact Information
Peggy Konitzky
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